Parma have a relatively good record at the San Paolo, not losing two Serie A trips here in a row since 1993-94. This bodes well for Roberto Donadoni if we consider the Ducali lost their last visit 3-1.

Aleandro Rosi sits out a two-match ban, but Nicola Sansone is the surprise choice to partner Cassano with Italy international Marco Parolo and ex-Napoli midfielder Walter Gargano in support.

Gabriel Paletta returns from a long injury lay-off for a spot on the bench, but Daniele Galloppa, Stefano Okaka and Nicola Pavarini miss out.